Maria had a bad experience with the police and believes that because she knows one corrupt cop, all cops must be corrupt. This automatic thought is primarily an example of ______.
Overgeneralization

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Answer:

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Explanation:

Overgeneralization usually comes with social anxiety. The tendency to generalize a bad experience creates paranoia over a group or situation, leading the individual to isolate himself or to be afraid of society in every aspect, especially closed spaces.